EXPERIENCE
KOAA TELEVISION
Colorado Springs, CO - 1997 to Present
Reporter/Anchor: 20+ year senior reporter considered a trusted journalist by colleagues, contacts and viewers.
Clear, concise and accurate writing
Composure under pressure in breaking, live-news situations
Exceptional performance under tight deadlines
Known for original enterprise story ideas
Mentor to less experienced colleagues
KTVX TELEVISION
Salt Lake City, UT - 1992 to 1997
Reporter:
Weekend and special projects reporter
Assignment Editor:
Coordinate anchors, producers, reporters and photographers.
Manage daily news content decisions
Associate Producer/Fill-In Producer:
Conceptualize and create 30 minute nightly newscasts.
SKILLS
Computer: PC and Mac proficient
Software: AP/ENPS, Microsoft & Mac Suites
Digital Photography: Video and Still
Editing: Edius, Velocity, Adobe Premier (Familiar)
Social Media: WorldNow, Social News Desk, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram
Recognition
Colorado Broadcasters Association
Best Specialty Reporter, 2010, 2013
Best Spot News Coverage 2003,2007, 2008, 2015
Best Single Topic News Coverage, 1999
Colorado Associated Press
Best Breaking News Coverage 2003, 2002, 1999
Edward R. Murrow Awards
Best News Series, Region 3, 2003
Heartland Chapter Emmy Awards
Overall News Excellence 2001 (Part of news team recognized.)
North American Snowsport Journalists Association, West Region
Lowell Thomas Award, Excellence in ski reporting
Education
University of Utah
Communication—Bachelor of Science, 1990
Utah State Governor’s Office
Salt Lake City, UT, 1988, Intern
United States Supreme Court
Washington D.C., 1987, Intern
Achievements
2008 Boston Marathon Qualifier/Finisher, Eagle Scout